unanswered
Britishadjective
Explanation
If something is unanswered, it gets no response, even when one is asked for or expected. So that unanswered text message? It hasn't gotten a reply. An unanswered phone call isn't answered but instead just rings and rings endlessly. An unanswered question hovers there without a response, like when your dad asks, "Who's responsible for this mess?" and none of your siblings says a thing. If you write dozens of letters to your favorite Hollywood star but don't get a reply, those are (sadly) unanswered too.
Example Sentences
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Unanswered questions remain regarding Oracle’s ability to execute on AI infrastructure buildouts.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026
Unanswered questions have long dogged the case, giving rise to theories about the involvement of government agents, the mafia and other nefarious characters - as well as more outlandish claims.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2025
Unanswered questions abound as this new era of treatment begins for mild cognitive impairment and early-stage Alzheimer's.
From Salon • Aug. 13, 2023
Unanswered is the question of whether the shifting landscape in college sports was the reason for all bracket madness or simply background noise for an event that is always hard to handicap.
From Washington Times • Apr. 2, 2023
Unanswered yet the prayer your lips have pleaded In agony of heart these many years?
From Poems with Power to Strengthen the Soul by Mudge, James
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